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India Gazette
6 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
Interim panel assures timely BFI elections by World Boxing's August 31 deadline, sights no delay in process
New Delhi [India], July 13 (ANI): The Interim Committee overseeing boxing administration in India has reaffirmed its commitment to adhering to the directive of World Boxing by ensuring that the national federation elections are held within the stipulated deadline of August 31. The world body, after reviewing the roadmap and deliberations held with Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President during discussions in Lausanne, has recently extended the tenure of the Interim Committee. This decision came with a formal note of appreciation, acknowledging the committee's effective functioning and its significant strides in restoring transparency and stability within India's boxing administration. The panel has also been credited with playing a key role in reviving India's boxing performance on the global stage. At no point was the objective of ensuring a smooth and timely transition overlooked by the Interim Committee including the conduct of the elections, as per a Boxing Federation of India (BFI) press release. 'World Boxing has clearly mandated that the BFI elections be held before August 31, and as the Interim Committee, we are fully committed to delivering free and fair polls within that timeline. At the same time, it is important to reaffirm that the autonomy of the National Federation is governed by the framework laid down by the World Body. While we respect the intent behind the IOA's formation of a three-member fact-finding committee, the process under way is already transparent, accountable, and well-documented,', said Col. Arun Malik (Retd.), Executive Director, BFI and Member of the Interim Committee. 'All key action points and developments have been formally communicated to both the IOA and the Ministry, ensuring complete institutional clarity. With all information already in the public domain, there is little left to be uncovered. Our focus remains firmly on ensuring a smooth, lawful, and timely transition in the best interest of Indian boxing,' he added. Acting under the guidance of World Boxing, the committee has already completed a majority of its administrative responsibilities. These include the smooth functioning and management of regular Boxing Federation of India (BFI) operations--spanning official, financial, and legal matters. The committee has also ensured India's continued participation in international tournaments, resumed national training camps, and facilitated preparations for upcoming major international competitions. Discussions on the roadmap for conducting the elections have been held with the global governing body, as the committee continues to steer Indian boxing toward stability and progress. 'The performances of Indian boxers over the past three months, since the Interim Committee took charge, have not only been applauded by the World Body but also by top boxing nations across Asia. India has consistently been among the top three performing countries in major international tournaments during this period. It is a matter of immense pride that we've been able to deliver such results in a short span of time. This progress is a clear reflection of what a transparent system and committed governance can achieve in driving the growth and excellence of the sport,' Col. Malik further added. The principle of autonomy of the National Federation remains paramount, as recognized by the global governing structure of the sport. It is worth recalling that a similar committee formed by the IOA in the past was set aside by the Delhi Court, which upheld the federation's autonomy. In the current context too, the only challenges to a smooth transition stem from ongoing legal proceedings--issues that require focused resolution without undermining the functioning of the interim body. The Interim Committee remains committed to upholding this autonomy while ensuring all steps are aligned with legal, administrative, and international expectations. (ANI)
New Indian Express
09-07-2025
- Sport
- New Indian Express
Personal coaches, support staff barred from boxing national camps
CHENNAI: In a significant move, the Interim Committee running the day-to-day functioning of the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) decided to not allow personal coaches in any of the national camps. They have reinforced its long-standing policy of disallowing personal coaches and personal staff at official national camps. According to the statement, the directive is aimed at ensuring uniform preparation standards as boxers gear up for major global events, such as the World Boxing Championships in Liverpool in September followed by the World Boxing Cup Finals in New Delhi this November and leading up to the Asian Games next year. Paris Olympics had been one of the worst performances in recent times. After the Tokyo medal, the boxing team failed to secure any medal. In fact some of the star women boxers failed to impress and looked drained and out of breath during crucial bouts. The panel apparently wants to reinforce the need for a centralised, high-accountability training system. Under the new set-up, all national campers have to train exclusively under federation-appointed coaches. Underlining the strategic importance of a centralised training system, Arun Malik, Executive Director, BFI and Member of the Interim Committee, said: 'the need for a unified, centrally governed training ecosystem is essential. By consolidating our coaching framework, we're able to maintain clear performance benchmarks, ensure real-time progress tracking, and implement timely course corrections where needed. This process brings greater discipline, data-driven feedback, and long-term athlete development into focus.' The national camps are currently being led by head coaches DS Yadav (men) and Chandralal (women) ensuring technical alignment across weight classes and competition formats.
Hans India
09-07-2025
- Sport
- Hans India
Boxing Interim Committee bars personal coaches at national camps, pushes centralised training
New Delhi: In a move to strengthen centralised training and maintain consistency across the national boxing programme, the Interim Committee overseeing the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) has reinforced its long-standing policy to disallow personal coaches and support staff at official national camps. The directive is aimed at ensuring uniform preparation standards as Indian boxers gear up for major global events, such as the World Boxing Championships in Liverpool in September, followed by the World Boxing Cup Finals in New Delhi this November, and leading up to the Asian Games next year. Drawing lessons from India's Paris 2024 Olympic campaign, the Boxing Interim Committee has reinforced the need for a centralised, high-accountability training system. Introduced three months ago, this structured setup—requiring all national campers to train exclusively under federation-appointed coaches—has already begun to yield results. Both male and female boxers have shown significant progress, with India securing six medals at the World Boxing Cup in Brazil and a record-breaking haul of 11 medals, including three gold medals in the women's categories, at the Astana edition earlier this year. Underlining the strategic importance of a centralised training system, Col. (Retd.) Arun Malik, Executive Director, BFI and Member of the Interim Committee, said, 'The need for a unified, centrally governed training ecosystem is essential. By consolidating our coaching framework, we're able to maintain clear performance benchmarks, ensure real-time progress tracking, and implement timely course corrections where needed. T "his process brings greater discipline, data-driven feedback, and long-term athlete development into focus. Our recent medal tally, including the landmark performance at the World Boxing Cup in Astana, Kazakhstan, reinforces that a centralised model delivers results. We are committed to strengthening this system to sustain and scale elite-level success.' The national camps are currently being led by head coaches D.S. Yadav (men) and Dr. Chandralal (women), ensuring technical alignment across weight classes and competition formats. The directive underscores a critical shift in Indian boxing, away from fragmented, individual-led preparations and toward a single, united system designed for global impact and excellence. The need for such a system is felt because, many times, the players have shown inclination to follow the style, methods, and approach of the coach, which may not be aligned with those proposed by the national coach.
United News of India
09-07-2025
- Sport
- United News of India
Boxing Interim Committee pushes centralised training
New Delhi, July 9 (UNI) In a move to strengthen centralised training and maintain consistency across the national boxing programme, the Interim Committee overseeing the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) and the functioning of the sport in the country has reinforced its long-standing policy disallowing personal coaches and support staff at official national camps. The directive is aimed at ensuring uniform preparation standards as Indian boxers gear up for major global events, such as the World Boxing Championships in Liverpool in September followed by the World Boxing Cup Finals in New Delhi this November and leading up to the Asian Games next year. Drawing key lessons from India's Paris 2024 Olympic campaign, the Boxing Interim Committee has reinforced the need for a centralised, high-accountability training system. Introduced three months ago, this structured setup- requiring all national campers to train exclusively under federation-appointed coaches- has already begun to yield results. Both male and female boxers have shown significant progress, with India securing six medals at the World Boxing Cup in Brazil and a record-breaking haul of 11 medals, including three golds in the women's categories, at the Astana edition earlier this year. Underlining the strategic importance of a centralised training system, Col. (Retd.) Arun Malik, Executive Director, BFI and Member of the Interim Committee, said, 'the need for a unified, centrally governed training ecosystem is essential. By consolidating our coaching framework, we're able to maintain clear performance benchmarks, ensure real-time progress tracking, and implement timely course corrections where needed. This process brings greater discipline, data-driven feedback, and long-term athlete development into focus. Our recent medal tally, including the landmark performance at the World Boxing Cup in Astana, Kazakhstan reinforces that a centralised model delivers results. We are committed to strengthening this system to sustain and scale elite-level success.' The national camps are currently being led by head coaches D.S. Yadav (men) and Dr. Chandralal (women), ensuring technical alignment across weight classes and competition formats. The directive underscores a critical shift in Indian boxing, away from fragmented, individual-led preparations and toward a single, united system designed for global impact and excellence. UNI RKM
The Hindu
09-07-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
Coaches
Stressing the importance of centralised training and maintaining consistency across the national boxing programme, the Interim Committee overseeing the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) has reinforced a policy of the federation by barring personal support staff, including coaches, of National campers. The directive is aimed at ensuring uniform preparation standards ahead of major global events, such as the World championships in Liverpool in September, the World Boxing Cup Finals in New Delhi in November and the Asian Games in Japan next year. Learning from India's Paris 2024 Olympic campaign, the committee has underlined the need for a centralised and high-accountability training system, under which boxers have been training under coaches appointed by the federation for three months. 'By consolidating our coaching framework, we are able to maintain clear performance benchmarks, ensure real-time progress tracking and implement timely course corrections. This process brings greater discipline, data-driven feedback and long-term athlete development,' said BFI executive director Col. (Retd.) Arun Malik.
